Qualifications
The Mangrove Forest Officer will work closely with
TNC’s Africa Ocean Strategy Team, Africa Climate Strategy Team, and other TNC
staff as appropriate. The position reports to the Africa Fisheries Strategy
Manager , collaborating closely with the East Africa Forestry Specialist. The
location for this position is Mombasa in Kenya. No relocation or visa
sponsorship or assistance is being offered with this position except for local
labour employment requirements. This is an initial 2-year term-limited position
with an extension of tenure subject to performance and availability of funds.
We’re looking for a passionate and motivated
problem-solver. Our team in Africa is dedicated to creatively and innovatively
resolve issues related to protecting coastal wetlands, oceans, and climate
change. Come join us!
The Responsibilities And Scope For This Position Are
Implement the strategic plans for the conservation,
restoration, and management of mangrove forest ecosystems in TNC target
countries in the Africa program.
Identify regional sites and support the development
of blue carbon offset and resilient credit projects to generate sustainable
conservation finance, protect biodiversity, and create socio-economic
incentives in target countries and sites.
Undertake the mapping of mangrove forest
distribution, restoration potential and estimation of their carbon value as an
NCS, taking accountability for the development of mangrove conservation and
restoration projects based on scientific criteria and local community input.
Support the implementation of NCS research, including
impact analysis, co-benefits assessment, and analysis of nature-based climate
change mitigation potential with focus on blue carbon ecosystems.
Develop and implement training programs on mangrove
restoration and conservation best practices for TNC staff, partners, and local
communities.
Engage with policymakers and relevant stakeholders to
advocate for and develop policies that support the conservation and sustainable
management of mangrove forest ecosystems.
Advance strategic partnerships and networks with
relevant agencies, including local communities, academic partners, private
sector, and national and international conservation organisations, to create an
enabling environment for upscaling mangrove conservation and restoration.
Support impact assessment of the mangrove
conservation and restoration initiatives for adaptive management.
Ensure program compliance with internal policies and
external requirements.
May supervise volunteers, interns, contractors, or
temporary staff.
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote
locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Responsibilities
BA/BS degree in forestry, environmental science,
climate, environmental engineering, natural resource management, Law, or
related field and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related
field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience negotiating complex agreements.
Experience communicating with the public and/or media
both in writing and verbally.
Supervisory experience, supervising interns,
contractors or temporally staff.
Experience communicating with the public and/or media
both in spoken and written English.
Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word,
Excel, and Web Browsers.
Experience with principles of land acquisition and
land use in Kenya including legal rights.
Experience in training and curriculum design.
Desired Qualifications
Multi-language skills and multi-cultural or
cross-cultural experience appreciated. Fluency in Swahili is an added
advantage.
Over 7 years’ experience in conservation practice or
equivalent combination of education/experience with a strong focus on Mangrove
ecology.
Track record of research and publications in
reputable scientific journals related to mangrove ecology or the relevant
domain.
Experience with statistical analysis and/or remote
sensing and Geographic Information Systems.
Proven experience with mangrove ecology and mangrove
conservation and restoration.
Familiarity with issues related to nature-based
solutions to climate change.
Experience collecting, manipulating, analysing, and
interpreting scientific data and preparing reports of findings.
Experience working with local communities, partners,
government agencies, and the private sector in Africa.
Demonstrated experience in blue carbon analysis,
accounting, and/or expertise in developing Blue Carbon projects, especially in
mangroves or other marine habitats.
Experience with Measures, Evaluation, and Learning
constructs and implementation.
Experience building and maintaining strategic
partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
Experienced in project management skills to support
the development and implementation of workplans, grants, contracts, and project
budgets.
Demonstrated capacity in taking initiative and
working independently or with minimal oversight.
Willingness and ability to undertake extended periods
of field travel (at least 40%) domestically and internationally.
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